Steampunk Idea *New colour version added*

[Evil_Clown]

Hi.

The idea is to create a steampunk hero for a concept.

The initial sketch is below. Whats wrong with it? Also, where Ive put the red circle, im not sure what to put on the big fist. I was thinking some ornate gun of some kind, But I dont see it working too well...any ideas?

[Evil_Clown]

Ok here is the update.

Its usually at this point that I dont know what to do. Obviously the skin and hair needs doing and the shoes etc. But I mean I am stuck at how to go further with what has already been painted. The metal and the clothes.


Any tips or critiques??

[shannanigan]

He could have a steam powered crossbow'esque contraption with a big wooden stake in it... combating that pesky Victorian Vampire "problem". LOL!

There is something off about his right (our left) leg. From the folds on the pants I know its supposed to be going backward... but is he putting pressure on it or is it slightly raise? I can't tell... I think a little work on that leg would help the "action" of the pose.

[Ravendell]

Already thought that concept was somehow familiar.

Source; http://nl.youtube.com/watch?v=TnT_5-SbFW0

0:30-0:32 for the (hydro(hydraulica/hydro-electric/nano))punk concept.

I'd take it you can do the aftermath yourself, good luck!

PS: May i know how u came up with the idea? referrence?

[Evil_Clown]

Had a photo of myself doing the pose, as I use myself in all my references. And then decided to do a steampunk idea on it. For practice really.

I see the similarities. But final fantasy wasnt the first to have someone equipped with weapons on his fist. I'll continue with this idea.

Cheers

[Evil_Clown]

Ok next stage. Refied the edges and details a little more. Not sure where to go on the weapon or the background really.

Tips and criticisms please.

[Evil_Clown]

Ok.

Started to add the crossbow, and painted the face.

I wouldnt mind some tips for painting a little less cartoon-like. And how to add little details, I feel this is where Im falling down more than anywhere else.

Please help me out here, would be much appreciated.

Thanks a lot.